Senior Associate, Accounting Advisory and Compliance

NSW Government; Gemeinde Au; Vor Ort; EUR 72 000 - 81 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A government agency seeks a Senior Associate in Accounting Advisory and Compliance to oversee compliance and support ERP implementation. The role requires technical accounting expertise, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively. This temporary position offers a salary range of $129,464 to $142,665 per annum, based in Australia, with applications closing on 3 December 2025.

Qualifikationen

• Deep understanding of Australian Accounting Standards and reporting requirements.
• Experience in developing financial policies and controls.
• Ability to explain complex financial concepts to diverse audiences.

Aufgaben

• Oversee compliance monitoring and reporting in line with standards.
• Develop policies and procedures to support ERP implementation.
• Partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.

Kenntnisse

Technical Accounting Expertise

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Governance and Risk Management

Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

Ausbildung

Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Business, Commerce or related discipline

CAANZ or CPAA qualification or demonstrated equivalent experience

Jobbeschreibung

Premier's Department

Senior Associate, Accounting Advisory and Compliance

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Drive compliance, accounting and change management strategy and implementation.
• Do you have technical accounting experience and policy development skills?
• Temporary, Clerk grade 9/10 ($129,464-$142,665 per annum) opportunity, based in Martin Place Sydney, CBD.

Expressions of interest are invited from ongoing and temporary employees within the NSW Public Sector who wish to be considered for this temporary role for a period up to 1 December 2026.

About the Role

As Senior Associate, Accounting Advisory and Compliance, you will oversee compliance monitoring and reporting in line with Australian Accounting Standards, Treasury directions, and legislative requirements. You’ll play a key role in mapping finance processes, implementing audit‑driven improvements, and developing policies and procedures to support ERP implementation. This role provides technical accounting advice, prepares position papers, and ensures robust governance and risk management practices.

This is a role with strategic impact and influence on governance and compliance in a central agency. You will work in a collaborative environment, partnering with senior leaders and cross‑functional teams. Join our Finance & Operations team within the Corporate Services Group and strengthen the financial management and reporting across the Premier’s Department.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We’re Looking For

• Technical Accounting Expertise: You will have a deep understanding of the Australian Accounting Standards, policies and statutory reporting requirements.
• Professional Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Business, Commerce or related discipline. A CAANZ or CPAA qualification or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Analytical and Problem‑Solving Skills: You are skilled in mapping finance processes, identifying gaps, and implementing improvements aligned with ERP systems.
• Governance and Risk Management: Experience in developing and maintaining financial policies and controls to ensure compliance and the ability to monitor and mitigate financial, operational, and compliance risks effectively.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to clearly explain complex financial concepts to diverse audiences and build strong collaborative relationships.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you’re not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply

Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date

Wednesday, 3 December 2025 (9:59 am)

Salary

Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($129,464 – $142,665) plus superannuation (12%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager

Natasha Tamburic, Associate Director Finance Projects on [e-mail]

About the Premier’s Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier’s Department leads the state’s 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department, a career at Premier’s Department and Government House Sydney.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier’s Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre‑screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [e-mail], or reaching out to the hiring manager.